Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health
Course details
About the course
Introduction
The Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health (PGDipPH) is designed for graduates looking to broaden or deepen their public health knowledge and practical skills.
You will develop competencies across core areas of public health, including epidemiology, health systems, M膩ori and Pacific health, and health promotion. With a strong focus on equity and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the programme prepares you to contribute meaningfully to the public health workforce and address health challenges in Aotearoa and beyond.
The PGDipPH can be completed as a standalone qualification or used as a pathway into the 180-point .
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
To enrol in the Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health, you will need to have a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in an area relevant to public health eg, health sciences, psychology, data science, geography, politics, sociology, etc. You will also need to have at least a B Grade Average in your 300-level courses.
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's . If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers language programmes.
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How to apply
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About the provider
At the University of Canterbury you will get to enjoy the very best a university has to offer 'a world class learning environment, a vibrant campus and a great student lifestyle that's packed with opportunities.
You will gain hands-on experience in courses led by academics who are actively engaged in research and who are experts in their fields. The culture promotes active learning, where the vibrant community allows you to be who you are and do what you love. UC's picturesque campus with modern teaching and research facilities is set in the heart of a city that has become a magnet for growth and innovation. Further afield lies a region packed with outdoor adventure, from the mountains to the sea.